On Deck: Is Shutting Down Strasburg the Right Move?

Standing 1st in the NL East and on their way to a postseason run, the Washington Nationals have decided to rest their 24 year-old ace, Stephen Strasburg. While many criticize the move, the Nats remain committed to preserving Strasburg's arm for the future.

Is this the right move? Are the Washington Nationals compromising their postseason by shutting down their best pitcher? Or do they have the depth to win? How big is their window?

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